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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, creamy cheese sauce, and fluffy rice for a perfect family meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless cooked chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 10.5 oz. condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ¼ cups white rice, long grain uncooked
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, then remove.
  4. Add chicken broth, olive oil, and rice to the pot. Bring to boil, then simmer for 6 minutes.
  5. Add broccoli, cover, and cook 9 more minutes until rice is done.
  6. Turn off heat and leave covered for 10 minutes.
  7. Stir in cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, seasonings, and half the cheddar cheese.
  8. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish; top with remaining cheese.
  9. Cover and bake 15 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting and flavor.
  • Can substitute broccoli with cauliflower or mixed vegetables.
  • Perfect for meal prep; store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American